We kidded our pastor friend...

We kidded our pastor friend, Elwin, when his son received his doctorate in theology. Elwin only had a master’s degree. We went on and on about how much smarter and more able his son was. Elwin took it well and finally ended the conversation by saying, “Yes, but I’ll always have 25 years more experience than he has.” In 2 Samuel, David doesn’t get to build the temple. His son, Solomon, does. However, the Lord is gracious even when breaking the news to David that he can’t build the temple.

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Keith Wagner

When Paul met up with Lydia and some other women who were praying and worshipping in Philippi, they were inspired by his words. Lydia was baptized and insisted that Paul be a guest in her home, signifying her passion for the faith.

David Kalas

Perhaps on this holiday weekend, which culturally marks the beginning of summer, it is right for us to think of the image of coming and going. People traditionally do a lot of coming and going during the summer. The change in season combines with the relief from school schedules to make it rather common for folks to do much of their traveling and vacationing during the summer months. You and I as pastors will no doubt have to endure a lot of coming and going that may reflect itself in a dip in attendance.

Bonnie BatesBill ThomasFrank RamirezBob OveMark EllingsenRon Love

Arley K. Fadness

But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you.” (v. 26)

Hello children,

I am so glad to see you this morning. Know why? It's a time for worship. And more than that, I get to tell you good news. The good news from John's gospel today, is about a very special friend who is here with us today.

Janice B. Scott

Jenny was having fun. Her friend Martha had brought a graphical calculator into school. Martha had borrowed the calculator from her older brother, who used it for his advanced maths. He'd been off school for a week, so Martha had figured he wouldn't need his calculator for a while. She and Jenny had soon discovered a great bowling game hidden in the depths of the calculator, and Jenny, to her excitement had just reached level three.